SelectTech® 5.1 Bench Owner’s/Assembly Manual

P/N: 000-6189 Rev B (10/03/2006)

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Important Safety Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Safety Warning Labels.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Before You Assemble.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Hardware and Tool Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Parts Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Bench Positions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Companion Exercise Equipment.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Warranty Information.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Bench Maintenance.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Important Contact Numbers.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Table of Contents

Congratulations on your commitment to fitness and your purchase of the Bowflex® SelectTech® 5.1 Bench. Before assembling your Bowflex® SelectTech® 5.1 Bench please read the Owner’s/Assembly Manual and follow the Important Safety Precautions.

Nautilus, Inc.16400 S.E. Nautilus DriveVancouver, Washington, USA 98683

1-800-NAUTILUS (1-800-628-8458)Fax (800) 898-9410Nautilus.com Bowflex.com

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Important Safety Precautions

WARNING!Before beginning any exercise program consult your physician or health care professional. Only he or she can determine the exercise program that is appropriate for your particular

age and condition. If you experience any light-headedness, dizziness, or shortness of breath while exercising, stop the exercise and consult your physician.

Read all instructions and warning labels before using the equipment.

- It is your responsibility to read and understand all warnings and instructions. This is essential to safe operation.

- Keep your body weight centered on the bench while exercising.

- Never allow children on the bench. Teenagers should always have parental supervision when using this bench.

- Set up and operate bench only on a level surface.

- Make sure you have adequate room to use the equipment without interference with other objects or third party.

- Do not wear loose clothing while you are near the bench.

- Do not exceed the max. user weight of 300 lbs (136.1 kg).

- Do not exceed the maximum lifting load of 300 lbs (136.1 kg)

- The approxiamate weight of the bench is 62 lbs (28 kg)

- This bench is not intended for institutional use.

- Before exercising, make sure the back and seat supports are securely fastened and the bench is firmly in place.

- Inspect your bench before each workout. Periodically check all fasteners to make sure none have loosened with use.

- Never attempt to exercise with more resistance than you are physically able to handle.

- For safety, it is recommended that you exercise with a training partner or spotter.

- Do not use the bench if any component is found worn or damaged.

Used to call attention to POTENTIAL hazards that could result in personal injury or loss of life.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSThe following definition applies to the word “WARNING” found throughout this manual:

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The following safety warnings are located on the Bowflex® SelectTech® 5.1 Bench. Please read all safety precautions and warning information prior to using your product. Be sure to replace any warning label if damaged, illegible, or missing. If you need replacement labels, please call a Bowflex® Representative at 1-800-864-1270.

Safety Warning Labels

Label 1

Label 2

Label 1: “Warning!: Use only genuine Bowflex® replacement parts. Failure to do so will void warranty and could result in personal injury. There is a risk assumed by individuals who use this type of equipment. To minimize the risk always read your owner’s manual and follow these simple rules:• Do not exceed max user weight - 300 lbs. (136.3 kg)• Do not exceed maximum allowed lifting load 300 lbs. (136.3 kg)• This machine is not intended for institutional use.• Inspect equipment before each use. Replace all parts at the first signs of wear or damage. If in doubt

about a certain part, DO not use the equipment until the part is replaced. Failure to replace worn or damaged parts may result in injury.

CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN BEFORE STARTING ANY EXERCISE PROGRAM. Warm up properly before engaging in weight resistance training. Stop exercising if you feel faint or dizzy.

TO PREVENT THE POSSIBILITY OF SERIOUS INJURY, KEEP BODY AND CLOTHING CLEAR OF ALL MOVING PARTS.

CHILDREN SHOULD NOT BE ALLOWED TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT. To avoid possible injury children should be kept at a safe distance when this equipment is in use. Teenagers should not use this equipment without adult supervision.

CALL YOUR AUTHORIZED BOWFLEX DEALER if you have any questions on the proper use or maintenance of this equipment or BOWFLEX® CUSTOMER SERVICE AT: 1-800-605-3369 or www.bowflex.com

DO NOT REMOVE”

Location: On the rear Bench Frame.

Label 2: “Warning!: Keep hands clear of this area.”

Location: On the front Bench Frame.

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Hardware and Tool GuideTools Required:

• 9/16 Socket• 9/16 Wrench or Adjustable wrench

• 7/32 Allen Wrench (provided)• 3/16 Allen Wrench (provided)

Before You Assemble

Before You Assemble

Please take the time to read all assembly instructions before attempting to assemble your Bowflex® SelectTech® 5.1 Bench. The best place for your Bowflex® SelectTech® 5.1 Bench is on a hard, level surface.

Basic Assembly Principles

Here are a few basic tips that will make your assembly of the Bowflex® SelectTech® 5.1 Bench quick and easy. By using these principles, you can simplify each process and save yourself extra time and effort.

1. To make the assembly process go faster, gather the pieces you need for each step and thoroughly read the assembly instructions for that step prior to starting assembly for the step.

2. When tightening a locknut on a bolt, use a combination wrench to grip the locknut and ensure that it is fastened securely.

3. When attaching two pieces, gently lift and look through the bolt holes to help guide the bolt through the holes.

4. As a general rule, and for all bolts and nuts on your Bowflex® SelectTech® 5.1 Bench, turn bolts or nuts toward the right to tighten and left to loosen. Or you can remember the mnemonic: “Righty tighty, lefty loosey.”

Descr: Allen Bolt - 3/8 x 3Qty: 2

Descr: Flat Washer 5/16”Qty: 10

Descr: Lock Nut 3/8”Qty: 2

Descr: Flat Washer 3/8”Qty: 7

Descr: Allen Bolt - 5/16 x 2.5Qty: 10

Descr: Allen Bolt - 3/8 x1Qty: 3

Descr: End Cap 3/4”Qty: 2

Hardware:

NOTE: Illustrations not to scale.

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Parts Guide

Item #: Qty: Description:1 1 FRAME ASSY2 1 STABILIZER, REAR3 1 STABILIZER, FRONT4 1 LEG HLD DOWN ASSY5 1 TUBE, FOAM ROLLER6 2 PAD, FOAM ROLLER7 2 CAP, END 3/4” 8 1 SEAT, BOTTOM9 1 PAD, BACK

Item #: Qty: Description:10 1 PAD, HEAD11 10 BHCS 0.3125-18 X 2.5 X.75 BLK12 3 BHCS 0.375-16 X 1X1 BLK13 2 BHCS 0.375-16 X 3X1 BLK14 10 Flat Washer 5/16”15 7 Flat Washer 3/8”16 2 NUT, NYLOCK 3/8”

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Assembly Instructions

STEP 1: Attach�ng Front and Rear Stab�l�zers

Parts:• (1) Bench Frame - Item 1• (1) Rear Stabilizer - Item 2• (1) Front Stabilizer - Item 3

Hardware: • (2) 3/8 inch Allen Bolt, 3 inch long - Item 13• (3) 3/8 inch Allen Bolt, 1 inch long - Item 12• (7) Flat Washer 3/8 inch - Item 15• (2) Lock Nut 3/8 inch - Item 16

Tools:• 7/32 Allen Wrench • 9/16 Wrench

Assembly Steps:

1-1 Attach the Front Stabilizer (2) to the Bench Frame (1) using the hardware shown.

1-2 Tighten hardware.

1-3 Attach the Rear Stabilizer (3) to the Bench Frame (1) using the hardware shown.

1-4 Tighten hardware.

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STEP �: Attach�ng Seat Pad to Ma�n Frame

Parts:• (1) Bench Frame Assembly from Step 1 • (1) Seat Pad Assembly - Item 8

Hardware: • (4) 5/16 inch Allen Bolt, 2 1/2 inch long - Item 11• (4) Flat Washer 5/16 inch - Item 14

Tools:• 3/16 Allen Wrench

Assembly Steps:

2-1 Align the Seat Pad Assembly (1) to the Bench Frame Assembly between the open holes as shown.

2-2 Secure with the hardware as shown.

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STEP �: Attach�ng Back Assembly to Ma�n Frame

Parts:• (1) Bench Frame Assembly from Step 2 • (1) Back Pad Assembly - Item 9• (1) Head Pad Assembly - Item 10

Hardware: • (6) 5/16 inch Allen Bolt, 2 1/2 inch long - Item 11• (6) Flat Washer 5/16 inch - Item 14

Tools:• 3/16 Allen Wrench

Assembly Steps:

3-1 Align the Back Pad Assembly (9) to the Bench Frame Assembly between the open holes as shown.

3-2 Secure with the hardware as shown.

3-3 Align the Head Pad Assembly (10) to the Bench Frame Assembly between the open holes as shown.

3-4 Secure with the hardware as shown.

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Parts:• (1) Bench Frame Assembly from Step 3 - Item 1 • (1) Leg Hold Down Tube - Item 4• (1) Leg Pad Bar - Item 5• (2) Leg Pad - Item 6• (2) Leg Pad End Cap - Item 7

Hardware: • (1) Pull Pin

Assembly Steps:

4-1 Attach the Leg Hold Down attachment to the Bench Frame Assembly (1).

Begin by inserting the Leg Pad Bar (5) through the hole in the Leg Hold Down Tube (4), leaving room on each side for the Leg Pads.

4-2 Slide both Leg Pads (6) onto the Leg Pad Bar (5) so that the entire assembly is centered on the Leg Hold Down Tube (4).

Secure the Leg Pad End Caps (7) onto each end of the Leg Pads (6).

4-3 Attach the Leg Hold Down Assembly to the Bench as shown in the figure, with the hook portion of the Leg Hold Down Tube (4) resting on the rubber stop of the bench and the top portion of the Leg Hold Down Tube aligning with the pull pin hole (20).

Secure the Leg Hold Down by inserting the pull pin through the Leg Hold Down Tube and the bench through the area shown (20).

STEP �: Attach�ng Leg Hold Down Attachment

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STEP 5: Congratulat�ons!

You have successfully completed assembly of your Bowflex® SelectTech® 5.1 Bench! Please inspect your exercise bench to ensure that all fasteners are tight and components are properly assembled. Review all warnings affixed to machine.

Failure to visually check and test assembly before use can cause damage to the Bowflex® SelectTech® 5.1 Bench and serious injury to users and bystanders and can also compromise the effectiveness of your exercise program.

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Bench Positions

90 degrees Decline with Seat raised

45 degrees 60 degrees

Flat30 degrees

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Companion Exercise Equipment

The Bowflex® SelectTech® 3.1 and 5.1 benches are designed for use with Bowflex® SelectTech® dumbbell equipment. The SelectTech® Dumbbell features a patented locking mechanism designed to assure proper and complete selection of the weight plates for each exercise. The SelectTech® dumbbell line includes the following models:

• SelectTech® 552 dumbbell – weight range 5-52 lbs. (2.7 - 23.6 kg)

• SelectTech® 220 dumbbell – weight range 2-20 lbs. (.9 - 9.0 kg)

• SelectTech® 1090 dumbbell – weight range 10-90 lbs. (4.5 - 40.8 kg)

Using the bench expands the variety of exercises that you can include in your workout routine. The Owner’s Manual for each dumbbell model describes the variety of exercises available to enhance your workout routine.

Dumbbell stands for the SelectTech® dumbbells are also available separately. These stands feature an ergonomic design to enhance the functionality of the SelectTech® Dumbbell. The dumbbell handles are positioned in a natural orientation providing a comfortable and secure lifting position. In addition, the stand’s V-shape “step-in” design allows the user to maintain proper upper body position while lifting or replacing the dumbbells in the base.

• SelectTech® 220 Dumbbell Stand

• SelectTech® 2-in-1 Dumbbell Stand – for use with both the SelectTech® 552 and the SelectTech® 1090 dumbbell

Please contact Nautilus, Inc. or a Bowflex® Representative for information about other products, or go to www.nautilus.com

SelectTech® 552 Dumbbell with 2-in-1 Stand

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Warranty Information

What is CoveredWarrants to the original purchaser of this BOWFLEX® product that the equipment is free from defects in materials or workmanship, with the exceptions stated below. This warranty in not transferable or applicable to any person other than the original purchaser.

WarrantyThe frame and welds of this product are warranted to the original purchaser for thirty (30) years from date of original purchase. Upholstery, bushings and bearings are warranted for one (1) year to the original purchaser from the date of purchase. Parts are warranted to the original purchaser for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase.

Warranties Do Not Cover - Damage due to use by persons who weigh more than 300 lbs

(136.1kg).

- Damage due to abuse, accident, failure to follow instructions or warnings, misuse, mishandling, accident or Acts of God (such as floods or power surges).

- Consequential or incidental damage.

- Use in any institutional or commercial settings such as health clubs, schools, or recreation centers. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

What We Will Repair During your Warranty Coverage Period, Nautilus, Inc. will repair any BOWFLEX® equipment that proves to be defective in materials or workmanship. In the event repair is not possible, Nautilus, Inc., at its option, will either replace your equipment or refund your purchase price, less shipping and handling.

How To Obtain ServiceTo obtain service for a BOWFLEX® Fitness Product, contact an authorized BOWFLEX® Fitness Retailer. You may also contact a Nautilus representative at 800-864-1270 to help you locate a dealer in your area.

How State Law AppliesThis warranty gives you specific legal rights.You may also have other rights which vary from state-to-state.

Bench Maintenance

Daily After each use, wipe bench free of sweat with a clean, dry cloth. Upholstery can be cleaned with a mild

detergent or spray cleaner.

Weekly If used often, your bench should be thoroughly cleaned using a clean cloth and an ammonia based

cleanser. Wipe bench down completely and be sure to touch up any scratches with touch up paint to prevent rusting.

Monthly Check the frame of the bench for any sign of cracking or permanent bending. If you find this situation, do

not use the bench and contact Bowflex Service immediately.

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16400 S.E. Nautilus DriveVancouver, WA 98683

What Is CoveredNautilus,.Inc ..warrants.to.the.original.purchaser.of.the.Bowflex®.SelectTech®.5 .1.Bench.that.the.machine.is.free.from.defects.in.materials.or.workmanship,.with.the.exceptions.stated.below ..This.warranty.is.not.transferable.or.applicable.to.any.person.other.than.the.original.purchaser.and.is.only.applicable.for.products.sold.and.used.in.the.United.States.or.Canada ..Tampering.with.the.unit.will.void.the.warranty .

Bowflex® SelectTech® 5.1 Bench•..30.years.on.frame.and.welds•..1.year.on.upholstery,.bushings.and.

bearings•.1.year.on.parts.Warranties Do Not Cover•..A.Bowflex®.SelectTech®.5 .1.Bench.

purchased.for.commercial.or.institutional.use .

•..Damage.due.to.use.by.persons.who..weigh.more.than.300.pounds.(136.kg) .

•..Damage.due.to.abuse,.accident,.failure.to.follow.instructions.or.warnings.in.the.Assembly.Manual,.misuse,.mishandling,.accident.or.Acts.of.God.(such.as.floods..or.power.surges) .

•..Damage.due.to.normal.wear.and.tear .

What We Will DoDuring.your.Warranty.Coverage.Period,.Nautilus,.Inc ..will.repair.any.Bowflex®.SelectTech®.5 .1.Bench.that.proves.to.be.defective.in.materials.or.workmanship ..In.the.event.repair.is.not.possible,.Nautilus,.Inc ..will.either.replace.your.Bowflex®.SelectTech®.5 .1.Bench.or.refund.your.

purchase.price,.less.shipping.and.handling .

How To Get ServiceReturn.the.defective.part,.at.your.expense,.to.the.address.given.to.you.by.a.Nautilus.Representative.at.1-800-864-1270 ..Include.an.explanation.of.the.problem ..Adequate.protective.packaging.of.the.defective..parts.or.unit.and.cost.of.shipping.are..your.responsibility ..

The.repaired.part.or.unit.will.be.returned..to.you.at.the.company’s.expense .

How State Law AppliesThis.warranty.gives.you.specific.legal.rights,.and.you.may.also.have.other.rights.which.vary.from.state.to.state .

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Important Contact Numbers

OFFICES IN THE UNITED STATES:

E-mail: customerservice@nautilus.com

• NAUTILUS INNOVATION CENTERNautilus, Inc.1886 Prairie WayLouisville, Colorado, USA 80027Phone: 800-NAUTILUS (800-628-8458)Email: customerservice@nautilus.comFax: 800-898-9410

• TECHNICAL/CUSTOMER SERVICENautilus, Inc.World Headquarters16400 SE Nautilus DriveVancouver, Washington, USA 98683Phone: 800-NAUTILUS (800-628-8458)Email: customerservice@nautilus.comFax: 877-686-6466

• CORPORATE HEADQUARTERSNautilus, Inc.World Headquarters16400 SE Nautilus DriveVancouver, Washington, USA 98683Phone: 800-NAUTILUS (800-628-8458)

If you need assistance, please have both the serial number of your machine and the date of purchase available when you contact the appropriate Nautilus office listed below.

INTERNATIONAL OFFICES:

For technical assistance and a list of distributors in your area, please call or fax one of the following numbers.

• INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMER SERVICENautilus International S.A.Rue Jean Prouvé 61762 Givisiez / SwitzerlandTel: + 41-26-460-77-77Fax: + 41-26-460-77-70 Email: technics@nautilus.com

INTERNATIONAL OFFICES:

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• GERMANY and AUSTRIA OFFICE Nautilus GmbH Tel: +49-2203-20-20-0Fax: +49-2203-20-20-45-45

• ITALY OFFICE Nautilus Italy s.r.l.Tel: +39-051-664-6201Fax: +39-051-664-7461

• UNITED KINGDOM OFFICENautilus UK Ltd.Tel: +44-1908-267-345Fax: +44-1908-267-346

• CHINA OFFICENautilus Representative OfficeTel: +86-21-523-707-00Fax: +86-21-523-707-09

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